This easy Chinese Fried Rice is a crispy, savory dish made with leftover rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and eggs. It's a delicious and quick meal that's perfect for using up leftover rice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice preferably day-old rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 units eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
- 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan, then add the peas and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add the rice to the pan and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
- Stir in the scrambled eggs, soy sauce, and green onions. Mix well to combine.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 740mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg